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Module 8
term
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| arthr/o | means joint as in arthritis which means inflammation of a joint |
| articulation | means joint and to articulate means the joining or meeting of |
| ligament | is connective tissue binding bones to other bones. Ligaments support and strengthen the joint |
| synovial | joint is a freely moveable joint |
| tendon | is connective tissue that binds muscles to bones |
| chondr/o | means cartilage |
| rheumat/o | means watery flow as in rheumatoid arthritis which denotes a collection of fluid in joint spaces |